Year: 2021

Today is World Teachers’ Day!

World Teachers’ Day is held annually on October 5th to celebrate all teachers around the world. Our York Catholic schools, as well as those right across the globe have been greatly affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic. The support of teachers is essential to the worldwide recovery and that is why the theme for this year’s World Teachers Day is, “Teachers at the heart of ... Continue reading "Today is World Teachers’ Day!"

Try Like Terry

Google Meet with Fred Fox (Terry’s brother)

On Thursday September 23 at 8:30am, Fred Fox (Terry’s brother) will speak to the Junior and Intermediate students through Google Meet. 

Hosts: Fred Fox and Terry Fox Ambassador

Content: An up close and personal meeting with Fred Fox as he shares his memories of growing up with Terry and his legacy to ... Continue reading "Try Like Terry"

Terry Fox Activities at Guardian Angels

 

We are proud to be participating in a number of Terry Fox activities at Guardian Angels C.E.S.

This year, the Terry Fox Foundation highlights Terry’s Métis heritage. Terry’s grandmother was Métis. The Métis people created beautiful beaded floral artwork. This year, in addition to our annual walk on Wednesday September 29, 2021, all students will participate in a beading activity ... Continue reading "Terry Fox Activities at Guardian Angels"

Youth who are new to Canada are invited to attend school orientation programs

Virtual programs help newcomers adapt and learn about York Catholic schools

The York Catholic District School Board, in partnership with Catholic Community Services of York Region and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is proud to offer two school orientation programs for newcomers to Canada. Newcomer students and their parents who moved to Canada in 2021 or 2020, as well as ESL/ELL  students are strongly encouraged ... Continue reading "Youth who are new to Canada are invited to attend school orientation programs"

School Transportation Information for the New School Year

STSYR oversees school transportation for the York Catholic District School Board

Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYR) is the transportation consortium for the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) and the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). STSYR provides service to more than 56,000 students in 300+ schools, covering more than 90,000 kilometers daily. STSYR works closely with school bus ... Continue reading "School Transportation Information for the New School Year"

Servant Leadership

 Maya and Bianca, Grade 5s from Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School decided to encourage community spirit and engagement by raising money for mental health support for children who are suffering during the pandemic. They decided to start a jewelry beading company called Mimi & Bibi Co (Instagram name mimiandbibi_co). They are raising money to donated a large portion of the proceeds towards KIDS HELP PHONE. ... Continue reading "Servant Leadership"